A popular comedy club that's been operating for more than four decades is closing its doors in downtown Indianapolis "for the time being." In a statement on social media and its website, owner Ruth-Anne Herber announced the closure of Crackers Comedy Downtown,

In a statement on its website and Facebook page, owner Ruth-Anne Herber said rising costs and staffing concerns primarily drove her decision.  She also mentioned the high cost of liquor license liability insurance ($500,

Crackers Comedy Club, 207 N. Delaware St., was the final location for a stand-up brand launched in Broad Ripple in 1982.

Crackers Comedy Downtown is closing its doors. In a statement on its website and Facebook page, owner Ruth-Anne Herber said rising costs and staffing concerns primarily drove the decision. “It is with deep sadness that I must announce that Crackers Comedy is closing its doors for the time being.